Poschiavo
Cecil Taylor · 2018
54 min · 1 track · jazz
A sprawling improvisational journey blending intricate piano textures with an expansive, free-form jazz language.
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Poschiavo — This single, nearly hour-long track encapsulates Taylor's unique style, weaving intricate motifs and spontaneous improvisation that exemplify his artistic vision.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases intricate improvisation that rewards deep listening, though its singular track may limit broader appeal.
What we noticed
- The single track spans over an hour, allowing for extensive improvisation and exploration of themes.
- The piano is often accompanied by subtle shifts in dynamics, creating a fluid conversation between the instrument and the silence around it.
- The piece features abrupt changes in tempo and intensity, which challenge the listener's expectations and maintain engagement.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Poschiavo 54:39
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